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Schäli and von Känel open new route in Bergell | Methadone

The Swiss alpinists Roger Schäli and Peter von Känel succeeded in climbing a new route through the north face of the Sciora Dafora in the Bergell. The topo of the route Methadone (M5+, 800m, Trad) can be found at the end of the article.

Sean Bailey continues his winning streak and climbs Alphane (9A)

The American professional boulderer Sean Bailey climbs his second 9A boulder with Alphane in Chironico. He recently made his first ascent of Shaolin (9A) public....

Double success in La Danse de Résistance (9a+)

Two climbers, one autumn goal, two successes: The two Swiss climbers Dimitri Flick and Jonas Utelli conquer the legendary strength endurance test piece La Danse de...

Historic: Michaela Kiersch repeats Dreamtime, the world's first 8C boulder

Michaela Kiersch is the first woman to repeat the legendary Fred Nicole boulder Dreamtime (8C) in Cresciano. For the American professional climber, it is another highlight in...

Patrick Vonbrül repeats Fred Nicole Testpiece Le Boa (8C)

The Austrian bouldering specialist Patrick Vonbrül secures one of the rare ascents of Le Boa (8C) in Ziegelbrücke. The line by Fred Nicole from the...

Schubert and Pilz climb to victory in record time | Red Bull Dual Ascent

Jessica Pilz and Jakob Schubert won the Red Bull Dual Ascent 2024 with ease. Here are the pictures and the video replay.

Increased complaints in the Murgtal bouldering area: Please follow the rules

Complaints about climbers are increasing in the popular Murgtal bouldering area in eastern Switzerland. The main issue is obstructions to the Murgtal road near the Big Ben Block...

Rätikon climbing hall plans comprehensive renovation

The Rätikon climbing hall in Küblis is facing an urgently needed renovation. After around 20 years, the hall no longer meets today's requirements. That's why...

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